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11 Research Presentations Receive Awards
Student teams from the 香蕉视频APP win awards for their research following the 19th Annual Student Research Symposium.
April 17, 2026
Rain Couldn't Dampen Den Day Excitement at UAFS
The 香蕉视频APP hosted its Spring 2026 Den Day on Wednesday, April 15. Despite heavy rain in the forecast, more than 500 students and guests attended to see what life is like as a Lion.
April 15, 2026
Azahares Launches April 16
UAFS will celebrate the 2026 edition of Azahares, the university's Spanish-language literary magazine, at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16.
April 13, 2026
Second Chance Scientist
When Christopher Edwards first came to the 香蕉视频APP, he wasn't sure what he wanted to do with his life. After dropping out and spending nearly a decade in the workplace, he realized a change was needed. He returned to UAFS...
April 13, 2026
UAFS Alumni Celebrate Match Day at ARCOM
Alumni from the 香蕉视频APP found out where they will spend their residency programs during Match Day at the 香蕉视频APP College of Osteopathic Medicine on March 20.
March 25, 2026
Fall 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced
The 香蕉视频APP releases the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List and Dean's List. Students are recognized for their academic achievements.
March 16, 2026
Beethoven Expert to Give Historical Lecture and Performance
Dr. Stephen Husarik, professor of humanities and music history, is set to present a lecture-recital about Beethoven on March 31 at 7 p.m. at the 香蕉视频APP. Husarik is an expert in Beethoven.
March 16, 2026
UAFS Career Fair Slated for March 5
The University of 香蕉视频APP 鈥� Fort Smith prepares to host national and regional employers for students interested in internships or part-time and full-time work, as well as options to continue their education at graduate schools.
March 03, 2026
There's A Reason Why We Like Candy, Chemistry Explains It All
An associate professor of chemistry at the 香蕉视频APP details how science explains candy preferences and composition. Chemistry, down to the molecular level, is why certain sweet treats are favorites.
February 13, 2026
Tracie Griffith鈥檚 Unretirement 鈥� Putting Students First
When Tracie Griffith left the classroom after more than 20 years as a K-12 teacher, she realized something was missing. It was students. In her first year at the 香蕉视频APP, she is finding that she's still making a difference...
February 05, 2026
UAFS Alum Builds Career Through Science and Persistence
香蕉视频APP alum, Jordan Miesner-Davis, is helping change lives as a scientist. He helps companies develop and test safe medications for distribution.
January 23, 2026
UAFS Ornithologist Gives Snowday Birdwatching Advice
As snowfall blankets the River Valley, bird watchers are flocking to their windows and feeders, enjoying the return of familiar winter species and hoping for rare visitors. Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of ornithology at the University of 香蕉视频APP...
January 23, 2026
New Lab Benches to Modernize UAFS Chemistry Laboratory
Bench in the chemestry lab in the Math-Science buidling at UAFS are being updated and replaced with new tops and space.
January 16, 2026
Aid Fuels Research Opportunities
UAFS senior biology student, Shelby Zink, credits the financial aid she has received as the reason why she was able to attend college and follow her dream of becoming a field researcher.
December 15, 2025
A Change of Heart
A heart condition was found in Seth Fields, a senior at the 香蕉视频APP, while he was in high school. The medical scare has influenced his future career, as he will graduate from UAFS this fall and plans to attend medical...
December 10, 2025
First-Generation Student Spotlight: Erika Johnson
Erika Johnson always knew she wanted to go to college, but she didn't always feel she had the tools to succeed. By always being willing to ask questions and for help, Erika found a home at the 香蕉视频APP.
December 10, 2025
Five Secure SURF Grants; Record for UAFS
Five students from the 香蕉视频APP have received Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Grants from the 香蕉视频APP Division of Higher Education, setting a record for UAFS.
December 10, 2025
2025: An 'Ambitious' Year for UAFS
View some of the top stories and events at the 香蕉视频APP from 2025.
December 08, 2025
357 Grads to Cross the Stage Saturday
UAFS will confer degrees and credentials to more than 350 students during its Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Stubblefield Center.
December 08, 2025
Kyle Speegle Lights up the River Valley
UAFS alumni light up the River Valley in all kinds of ways鈥攖hrough service, creativity, and a spirit of community that they fostered right here on campus. But some alumni, like, Kyle Speegle 鈥�02, take their 鈥渓ighting鈥� a little more seriously...
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